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Insulin Human is an insulin preparation used to control blood glucose levels in type 1 and type 2 diabetes by facilitating cellular glucose uptake.
Insulins are biosynthetic analogues of human insulin that lower blood glucose by facilitating cellular glucose uptake and inhibiting hepatic glucose production. Different formulations vary in onset, peak, and duration of action.
Essential treatment for type 1 diabetes. Also used in type 2 diabetes when other medications are insufficient to achieve glycaemic targets, and during pregnancy and acute illness.
Hypoglycaemia is the primary risk. Carry rapid-acting glucose at all times. Rotate injection sites. Never shake insulin vials.
Insulin Glargine
Insulin Glargine is an insulin preparation used to control blood glucose levels in type 1 and type 2 diabetes by facilitating cellular glucose uptake.
Insulin Aspart
Insulin Aspart is an insulin preparation used to control blood glucose levels in type 1 and type 2 diabetes by facilitating cellular glucose uptake.
Insulin Lispro
Insulin Lispro is an insulin preparation used to control blood glucose levels in type 1 and type 2 diabetes by facilitating cellular glucose uptake.
Insulin Detemir
Insulin Detemir is an insulin preparation used to control blood glucose levels in type 1 and type 2 diabetes by facilitating cellular glucose uptake.
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